User manual ACER ASPIRE 1700

[. . . ] Acer Aspire 1700 series User's guide Copyright © 2003 All Rights Reserved Acer Aspire 1700 Series Computer User's Guide Original Issue: March 2003 Changes may be made periodically to the information in this publication without obligation to notify any person of such revision or changes. Such changes will be incorporated in new editions of this manual or supplementary documents and publications. This company makes no representations or warranties, either expressed or implied, with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims the implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. Record the model number, serial number, purchase date, and place of purchase information in the space provided below. [. . . ] If necessary, connect the card's cable to the jack on the outer edge of the card. Windows will automatically detect the card's presence. 2 3 4 47 1 2 Close any applications using the PC card. Double click on the PC card icon on the taskbar, and then select the option to safely remove the card. Wait for the message telling you that it is now safe to remove the card. Press the PC card eject button to partially eject the card from the slot. Remove the card from the slot. 3 4 USB devices Your computer features four USB (Universal Serial Bus) ports for connecting a range of USB peripherals. See "External input devices" and "Printer" for information on connecting a USB keyboard, keypad, mouse or printer. Other common USB devices include digital cameras, scanners, and external storage devices. USB is plug and play, which means that you can connect and start using a USB device without having to restart your computer. This means that several devices can share a USB port simultaneously. English To remove a PC card: English 48 Peripherals and options English Miscellaneous options Battery pack It is a good idea to have a battery, especially when you travel with your computer. This greatly increases your productive range when you are on the move. AC adapter Having a spare AC adapter allows you to keep one in two different places. For example, you could have one AC adapter at home and another at work. This means that you don't have to carry an AC adapter when traveling between your two base locations. 49 Make sure you only use components that are compatible with your Aspire computer. Consult your dealer regarding compatibility of new components before you purchase them. To ensure proper installation, refer to the documentation provided with new components before you start to add or replace components. Possible upgrade options include the following: · · · · Replace the HDD with a higher capacity model. CPU upgrade Replace the CD drive with a DVD or CD-RW drive. Opening The Case Before you open the case, turn your computer off and unplug the power cord from the wall outlet. a) Turn the computer over to access the panel on the bottom of the unit. b) Loosen the seven screws on the bottom panel(a), and then lift the bottom panel off(b). . English Installing New Components English 50 Peripherals and options English CPU upgrade Caution!A microprocessor and heat sink may be hot if the system has been running. Also, there may be sharp pins and edges on some board and chassis parts. Consider wearing protective gloves. After removing the bottom panel: a) Loosen the four screws in the air baffle/heat sink assembly. b) Unplug the air baffle power connector from the system mainboard and remove the air baffle/heat sink assembly to expose the CPU socket. 51 1 Raise the locking bar on the socket. [. . . ] ADVARSEL: LASERSTRÅLING VEDÅBNING SE IKKE IND I STRÅLEN. VARNING: LASERSTRÅLNING NÅR DENNA DEL ÅR ÖPPNAD ÅLÅ TUIJOTA SÅTEESEENSTIRRA EJ IN I STRÅLEN VARNING: LASERSTRÅLNING NAR DENNA DEL ÅR ÖPPNADSTIRRA EJ IN I STRÅLEN ADVARSEL: LASERSTRÅLING NAR DEKSEL ÅPNESSTIRR IKKE INN I STRÅLEN LCD pixel statement The LCD unit is produced with high-precision manufacturing techniques. Nevertheless, some pixels may occasionally misfire or appear as black or red dots. This has no effect on the recorded image and does not constitute a malfunction. Macrovision copyright protection notice This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U. S. [. . . ]